Why I wore yellow after the Queen’s death

A national shock of profound proportions is a powerful catalyst for uncovering long-forgotten childhood memories. Over the decades our memories become crammed with supervening events capturing the age related rites of passage such as leaving home, university and having children. The chronology of life takes precedence over remembering momentous moments. When a memory surfaces, you …

Mindfulness as a way of coping with the midlife crisis

“mindfulness is the essence of bringing your mind fully to one thing that is happening in the present moment.” Life never seems to slow down, even in midlife. The promised land of a peaceful retirement in one’s 50s has yet to materialise for many, including me. Midlifers are looking after their own parents, children and, …